
Difficulty speaking or swallowing is not an unusual problem for children or adults who have been injured or afflicted with certain types of medical conditions, such as a stroke. Speech therapists at Allied Services Integrated Health System create individualized programs for each patient designed to help them overcome difficulties with speaking or swallowing.
Speech therapists can help patients who are dealing with:
Speech-language pathologist is the professional term for a speech therapist. These are highly trained medical specialists who focus on communication, cognition, and development. SLPS can work with patients of any age. They typically work with patients one-on-one to develop personalized treatments plans. However, patients may also participate in a group program guided by an SLP.
The primary interventions used by SLPS include:
Overcoming a speech disorder is easier when you have a support system. At Allied Services Integrated Health System, our SLPs help patients and their families/support team learn new strategies for overcoming these problems. It is important to remain positive and stay motivated. Treating a speech disorder can take time, but with dedicated help from a knowledgeable team, patients can see significant results.
Contact Allied Services Integrated Health System for more information about our speech therapy program and SLPS.
For specific questions on how to obtain a referral, please call 570-826-3900 (Wilkes-Barre) or 570-348-1360 (Scranton). Contact us to learn more or start your referral process today.